“Moonlit Night on the Bosphorus” is an oil painting on canvas created by the artist Ivan Aivazovsky in 1894. This artwork, belonging to the Romanticism movement, is a cityscape genre depicting a serene night on the Bosphorus Strait. It is presently housed in the Tretyakov Gallery in Moscow, Russia.
The artwork illustrates a tranquil nocturnal scene dominated by a luminous moon casting its reflection upon the gently rippling waters of the Bosphorus. The moonlight bathes the surrounding architecture, including an imposing mosque with tall minarets, and several boats and ships anchored in the water. The soft, diffused lighting creates a dreamy atmosphere, capturing the tranquil essence of a calm night. The composition guides the viewer’s gaze through the architectural splendor and maritime life, wrapped in the tranquillity and beauty of the moonlit night.
